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Regional Senior Care Assistant

Barchester Healthcare

Bedlington, NE22 6LA £16 a year Permanent Posted 26 August 2026 Apply by 25 October 2026

Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON

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Role description

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential w...

Main duties of the job

The role of a Regional Senior Care Assistant is essential in ensuring that residents receive personalized and respectful care within Barchester care homes. This involves monitoring care delivery, engaging in person-centred care planning, and maintaining accurate records of vital signs and other important observations. Providing companionship and support is a crucial aspect of the job, ensuring residents have meaningful interactions every day. The ideal candidate will have a background in care, a good understanding of elderly care, and hold at least a Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care, with the aspiration to complete an NVQ 3. Passion and dedication to enhance the wellbeing of residents are key attributes for success in this role.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider in the healthcare sector, especially known for its commitment to high-quality care and support for residents in their care homes. The organisation offers a range of healthcare services and is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of care and compassion. With a focus on continuous development and employee wellbeing, Barchester Healthcare provides robust training and a sector-leading rewards package, which includes everything from retail discounts to Employee of the Month rewards. The organisation values dedication and passion in its staff, striving to create an environment where both residents and staff can thrive.

Details

Date posted

26 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1542136097

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Bedlington

NE22 6LA

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

ABOUT YOUA background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3, a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is required. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential, with a view to complete an NVQ 3. Ideally, candidates should have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Bedlington

NE22 6LA

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/

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Last verified against our ingestion on 27 August 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.